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No matter your family structure or income level, Nevada offers an array of no-cost programs, services and resources to support your child prenatally through age five.

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The first smile. Their first step. Waving “bye-bye.” Even raising a hand to give a “high-five.” These are all part of what are called “developmental milestones.” Children reach milestones as they play, learn, speak, act, and move.

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Developmental milestones are things most children (75% or more) can do by a certain age. Explore your child's milestones and learn more!
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Early Childhood System

Nevada's Early Childhood System includes all the programs and services that young kids and their families need to be healthy and grow to their fullest potential.

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Whether you're a parent, educator, policymaker or community member, there are various ways you can contribute to shaping and enhancing Nevada’s Early Childhood System.

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The early childhood system evolves as fast as our children grow. From new programs and legislation, to parenting tips and the latest news, check here.

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Nurturing Care Family Navigator Study

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Calling all pregnant or recent moms with an infant under 14 days old in Clark County, Nevada (Henderson, Las Vegas, or North Las Vegas). Simply complete the online survey here to see if you are eligible to enroll in the Nurturing Care Family Navigator Study. All personal information is kept confidential.

Who can participate?

- Recent moms with an infant up to 14 days

- Pregnant women between 36-40 weeks

- Must live in Clark County, Nevada

- Must be either uninsured or Medicaid

Why is it important?

The UNLV School of Public Health aims to connect recent moms to health and nutrition resources to promote optimal infant feeding, and early childhood development in Clark County, Nevada. This study has a strong potential to contribute to improving the health and well-being of mothers/caregivers and their babies.

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Act4Kids Survey - Be a Voice for Nevada's Children

Act4Kids Nevada is conducting a survey to gather input directly from families about the social, physical, educational, and economic impacts of raising a child with medical needs in Nevada. We know that the family voice matters — you can help improve healthcare access for children across our state.

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Simple, Healthy, and Joyful Holiday Moments for Families with Young Children

Creating joyful moments, building family traditions, and fostering healthy habits doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Sometimes the simplest activities help young children learn the most and connect with you in meaningful ways.

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Life Skills for Young Children

Development of life skills help people to take positive action to protect themselves and promote health and positive social relationships when they face the realities of life. Young children can learn these life skills through attentive and playful relationships with their families and other important adults in their lives.

Questions, inquiries, or need help?

First 5 Nevada, a program of The Children's Cabinet, is supported by the Preschool Development Grant Birth through Five Initiative (PDG B-5), Grant Number 90TP099, awarded to the Nevada Department of Education, from the Office of Child Care, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Office of Child Care, the Administration for Children and Families, or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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